What does the lightning bolt mean on a Jeep Cherokee?
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light: What looks like a lightning bolt, this warning light signifies that there is a problem with the Electronic Throttle Control system. When you see this, you will want to safely bring your vehicle to a stop and place it in Park.
Does Jeep Gladiator have GPS?
Jeep Gladiator GPS Navigation System Map Updates The Jeep Navigation Store is your official online source for Gladiator GPS navigation system map updates. The Gladiator update features fresh data that helps improve routing accuracy and fuel economy.
Why does my Jeep have a red lightning bolt on it?
When the red lightning bolt symbol appears on your Jeep’s dash, it may mean that that the pedal position is not lined up properly causing there to be miscommunication with the sensors that control the motor which opens and closes the throttle.
Is there an electronic throttle control light on a Jeep Grand Cherokee?
HELP: Electronic Throttle Control Light! Hey guys, I have a 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.0L Diesel and I’m suffering a loss of power along side the Electronic Throttle Control light is flashing. I’ve done some research with very few detailed suggestions, I’m new to Jeeps but have good mechanical background.
What’s the turbo on a 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee?
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 3.0L Turbo Removal and Replacement. – YouTube 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee, 3.0L Turbo Removal and Replacement. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
Why did my Jeep Grand Cherokee Turbo fail?
Depending on why and how bad the turbo failed you may have other problems like oil soaked DOC, DPF and oxygen sensors. Air to air (aka Charge air cooler) may need to be removed and cleaned as an oil filled cooler could cause a runaway eng. Oil in the cooler starts to flow in the intake then turbo boost increases as it runs on the oil.
When the red lightning bolt symbol appears on your Jeep’s dash, it may mean that that the pedal position is not lined up properly causing there to be miscommunication with the sensors that control the motor which opens and closes the throttle.
Are there any issues with the 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel?
Has anyone had issues with the “thunderbolt” warning light and a loss of power and acceleration with 2008 Diesel from Mercedes . Yes. Twice. Well actually 2 episodes, multiple instances in each episode.
When did they start putting red lightning bolts on cars?
That’s when the Electronic throttle control was developed. This technology started appearing in cars from around 1990 and is designed to do away with the old mechanism. It is, however, not immune to mechanical faults and the way you know is through the red lightning bolt light on the dash board.
Why does my Jeep Grand Cherokee not have fuel?
The turbo would spool up, but for whatever reason because of the failed/stuck swirl motor, the pcm/ecm would not add fuel. Plenty of boost but no power/fuel. I used this part. I had something that triggered my lightning bolt symbol last year. I lost SOME power and acceleration and it sounded like the transmission downshifted.